Miami and County Leaders Convene for Key Decisions on Infrastructure and Growth

Miami-Dade Commission Tackles Waste Crisis and Regional Expansion

In a pivotal day for local governance, the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners and various city agencies are holding sessions today, February 19, 2026, to address pressing infrastructure challenges and economic development projects. High on the agenda is the ongoing debate over the county’s future waste-to-energy capabilities and significant financial investments in the aerospace sector.

At 9:30 a.m., the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners convened for a meeting focused on the Comprehensive Development Master Plan and Zoning. A central point of contention remains the site for a new trash incinerator to replace the facility destroyed by fire three years ago. Commissioners are currently divided between several locations, including a site in west Opa-locka and privately owned land, with tensions rising over proximity to residential neighborhoods. The board is expected to review progress on negotiations with Florida Power & Light and FCC Environmental Services to finalize an interim agreement later this spring.

Economic Development and Bond Approvals

In addition to environmental concerns, the county is moving forward with legislation to bolster the local economy. The Miami-Dade County Industrial Development Authority is scheduled to authorize the issuance of $4 million in bonds today. These funds are earmarked for Techno Aerospace, a company specializing in interior components for business aircraft. The investment will facilitate the company’s relocation to a new electroplating plant in Miami Gardens, a move projected to create dozens of new jobs within the next year.

City-Level Governance and Public Safety Hearings

Within the City of Miami, the Southeast Overtown/Park West (SEOPW) Community Redevelopment Agency is holding its regular meeting at City Hall starting at 10:00 a.m. This session is part of a broader day of activity at City Hall, which also includes an investment review for the Fire Fighters and Police Officers Retirement Trust and a ticketing appellate special master session earlier this morning.

Neighboring municipalities are also active today, focusing on specialized oversight and enforcement:

• Miami Beach: A Special Commission Meeting is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. to discuss urgent city matters. Earlier today, the Fire and Police Pension Board met to review the city's pension fund performance.
• South Miami: The Commission Chambers are hosting a series of public hearings focused on traffic safety. These include a 9:00 a.m. hearing on red-light camera violations, followed by a 10:00 a.m. session regarding school zone speed enforcement.
• Miami DDA: The Downtown Development Authority’s Nominating Committee met at 9:30 a.m. to discuss leadership transitions within the organization.

As Mayor Francis Suarez navigates the final budget cycle of his term, today's heavy slate of meetings reflects the region's efforts to balance rapid urban growth with the critical need for sustainable infrastructure and public safety enforcement.